MANUAL LATHE MACHINE OPERATOR

Grinding Operation

Manual Lathe Machine Operator

• Grind external or cylindrical tapered surfaces.


• Read and interpret drawings, and blueprints.


• Determine product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be ground.


• Collect and assemble required products.


• Determine grinding speeds, feed rates, holding fixtures, and grinding wheels to be used.


• Dress the grinding wheel according to specifications.


• Lift or hoist workpieces using a crane.


• Confirm ground workpiece has the correct specifications.


• Change worn grinding wheels or worn tip.


• Utilize prescribed measuring tools to confirm product dimensions.


• Set up automatic work-feeding device.


• Ensure use proper wheel guards on all grinding machines


• Observe machine during operation


• Examine work pieces for any defects and keep records
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